Outcome: This project increased education and awareness of price risk management tools for producers of agricultural commodities. Students learned about other successful price risk management programs in other parts of the country and in collaboration with Extension agents laid the foundation for one tailored to the needs of the Commonwealth.

Outcome: This collaborative initiative sought to work with industry, policymakers, and academia to encourage resource allocation based on the economic value of agriculture, forestry, and increased broadband infrastructure.

Outcome: This project sought to improve the viability of Virginia’s dairy industry by studying dairy consumption patterns as well as the suppliers. The students collaborated with faculty members but most importantly, they had Weekly presentations to stakeholders to receive and incorporate feedback.

Outcome: The Christiansburg Aquatic Center (CAC) needed an economic impact analysis of its facility on the community to maintain funding. In response, a student team collected and analyzed data highlighting the CAC’s economic impact. The City Council invited the team to present their findings on live television; their work was also featured on a 'Save our Towns' episode.

Outcome: Virginia meat processors needed access to additional markets to improve profitability. Working with marketing experts at the Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, the team sourced National Food Market Maker as a viable solution. The team was invited to share its findings with top administrators at Virginia Tech and the Farm Credit of the Virginias.

Outcome: One of the largest farmers in Virginia had increasing concerns about farm equipment operator safety, especially when public roads are for transporting animals and supplies. The farmer sought advice on launching a program to raise public awareness. The team assembled materials for this original public relations campaign including YouTube videos, radio spots, articles, and logo and marketing materials; these materials are now routinely used by the Virginia Farm Bureau.